Welcome Back Cats! What an amazing first day! An extra special thank you to School Board Member Mr. Harvey Oaxaca and Ms. Zabdi Gonzalez, Senior Director of English Learner Support for helping us welcome students back to school. Our fabulous PTO welcomed new parents to campus with a Tears and Cheers breakfast. See you tomorrow at Caldwell Academy!
Meet the Teacher 2026- what a fun night! We loved seeing all our Cats and can't wait to see you again Thursday for the 1st day of school!💙💛
After a day and a half of intense training at the MISD Kickoff Conference, your Caldwell Dual Language Academy teachers came back to campus and continued preparations for an amazing 2026-2027 school year! We ❤️ our Caldwell Cats and just can't wait to welcome you all back to school!
Continuing our introductions of new staff members!
A big Caldwell Welcome to:
Ms. Kathleen Owens- Restorative Coach
Ms. Irma Rodriguez- 3rd grade
Ms. Fatima Interiano- 1st grade
Ms. Brittney Mitchell- Kindergarten
We are so happy to have you all join our Caldwell Family!
A big Caldwell Welcome to:
Ms. Kathleen Owens- Restorative Coach
Ms. Irma Rodriguez- 3rd grade
Ms. Fatima Interiano- 1st grade
Ms. Brittney Mitchell- Kindergarten
We are so happy to have you all join our Caldwell Family!
Lawson Early Childhood School Pre-K Registration (2026–2027)
Is your child turning 4 years old by September 1, 2026? They may qualify for McKinney ISD's free Pre-K program at Lawson Early Childhood School.
Before enrolling in Skyward, families must first complete the Lawson approval process. Visit the link below to learn about eligibility requirements and begin the pre-registration process:
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/lecs/page/prek-registration-before-august-1st
For questions, call 469-302-2400. More information about Pre-K eligibility and registration is available on the Lawson website.
Español – Texto Alternativo / Publicación para Redes Sociales
Inscripción para Pre-K de Lawson Early Childhood School (2026–2027)
¿Su hijo(a) cumplirá 4 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2026? Es posible que califique para el programa gratuito de Pre-K de McKinney ISD en Lawson Early Childhood School.
Antes de inscribirse en Skyward, las familias deben completar primero el proceso de aprobación de Lawson. Visite el siguiente enlace para conocer los requisitos de elegibilidad y comenzar el proceso de preinscripción:
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/lecs/page/prek-registration-before-august-1st
Si tiene preguntas, llame al 469-302-2400. Encontrará más información sobre los requisitos y el proceso de inscripción en el sitio web de Lawson.
Is your child turning 4 years old by September 1, 2026? They may qualify for McKinney ISD's free Pre-K program at Lawson Early Childhood School.
Before enrolling in Skyward, families must first complete the Lawson approval process. Visit the link below to learn about eligibility requirements and begin the pre-registration process:
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/lecs/page/prek-registration-before-august-1st
For questions, call 469-302-2400. More information about Pre-K eligibility and registration is available on the Lawson website.
Español – Texto Alternativo / Publicación para Redes Sociales
Inscripción para Pre-K de Lawson Early Childhood School (2026–2027)
¿Su hijo(a) cumplirá 4 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2026? Es posible que califique para el programa gratuito de Pre-K de McKinney ISD en Lawson Early Childhood School.
Antes de inscribirse en Skyward, las familias deben completar primero el proceso de aprobación de Lawson. Visite el siguiente enlace para conocer los requisitos de elegibilidad y comenzar el proceso de preinscripción:
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/lecs/page/prek-registration-before-august-1st
Si tiene preguntas, llame al 469-302-2400. Encontrará más información sobre los requisitos y el proceso de inscripción en el sitio web de Lawson.
School starts next Thursday and we can hardly wait! It's time to start introducing our new mates and we prepare to set sail on the 2026-2027 school year! Be sure to check back in the next days for more new staff members!
Welcome aboard!
Ms. Veronica Muizers- Assistant Principal
Ms. Edna Flores- Instructional Specialist
Ms. Lindsey Wilkerson- MTSS & 504 Coordinator
Ms. Myrna Jimenez- 4th grade
Ms. Mariel Leyva- 3rd grade
Ms. Ana Quintana- 4th grade
Ms. Yvette Magana- Diagnostician
Ms. Isabel Alvarez- 1st grade
Welcome aboard!
Ms. Veronica Muizers- Assistant Principal
Ms. Edna Flores- Instructional Specialist
Ms. Lindsey Wilkerson- MTSS & 504 Coordinator
Ms. Myrna Jimenez- 4th grade
Ms. Mariel Leyva- 3rd grade
Ms. Ana Quintana- 4th grade
Ms. Yvette Magana- Diagnostician
Ms. Isabel Alvarez- 1st grade
We had a great time at Popsicles on the Playground this morning. Thank you to all the families who braved the heat to make new friends. Can't wait for school to start!
Don't forget about Popsicles on the Playground tomorrow morning!
All new students are invited to join us July 30th from 9-10am on the playground for fun and new friends!
Monday, August 10 | 5:00–6:00 PM
Meet the Teacher!
Come meet your child’s teacher, drop off school supplies, and tour the campus. If you haven’t purchased supplies yet, printed supply lists will be available in the front office. We look forward to seeing you!
All new students are invited to join us July 30th from 9-10am on the playground for fun and new friends!
Back to School with First United Methodist Church and Jason Hernandez, owner of La Tiendita!
DATE: SUNDAY, AUGUST 9th
WHERE: FUMC Main Building
TIME: 5:00pm- 7:00 pm
WHO: CALDWELL Families and their school aged siblings
WHAT: DURING THE EVENT-
*Each school aged MISD student in the family will choose a backpack and fill it with supplies and other items we have available to start the school year!
Join us to kick off the school year, meet new friends, and enjoy some treats! ☀️🍧
¡Acompáñanos a comenzar el año escolar, conocer nuevos amigos y disfrutar de unas paletas!
Family Meet & Greet
In an effort to support our rezoned families in their transition to a new campus, we are hosting a campus meet & greet for all NEW families to the campus as well as our RETURNING families. This gives our new and returning families an opportunity to meet and forge relationships prior to the start of the school year.
Dates vary based on campus and are as follows:
Bennett: May 12, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Burks: May 12, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Caldwell: May 11, 3:40 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.
Finch: April 29, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Glen Oaks: May 14, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Malvern: May 11, 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
McGowen: May 14, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Minshew: May 12, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Press: May 14, 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
R. Johnson: May 12, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Slaughter: May 13, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Valley Creek: May 12, 3:20 - 4:30 p.m.
Vega: May 15, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Walker: May 14, 3:20 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Webb: May 13, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Wilmeth: May 14, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
In an effort to support our rezoned families in their transition to a new campus, we are hosting a campus meet & greet for all NEW families to the campus as well as our RETURNING families. This gives our new and returning families an opportunity to meet and forge relationships prior to the start of the school year.
Dates vary based on campus and are as follows:
Bennett: May 12, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Burks: May 12, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Caldwell: May 11, 3:40 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.
Finch: April 29, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Glen Oaks: May 14, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Malvern: May 11, 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
McGowen: May 14, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Minshew: May 12, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Press: May 14, 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
R. Johnson: May 12, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Slaughter: May 13, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Valley Creek: May 12, 3:20 - 4:30 p.m.
Vega: May 15, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Walker: May 14, 3:20 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Webb: May 13, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Wilmeth: May 14, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
“I worked McKinney Parks and Recreation with the city of McKinney for 15 years…and I really liked the teaching component…but I always thought, ‘What if I really was a teacher?’.”
Video: https://youtu.be/ZHXiuVx2Z3w
Kristal Jimenez is the 2026 Teacher of the Year for Caldwell Elementary. She teaches 5th grade bilingual, and she has worked as an educator for 7 years.
Video: https://youtu.be/ZHXiuVx2Z3w
Kristal Jimenez is the 2026 Teacher of the Year for Caldwell Elementary. She teaches 5th grade bilingual, and she has worked as an educator for 7 years.
Second Grade Transformation!
Caldwell 2nd graders were transported to "Genre Joe's" (Trader Joe's) as they practiced sorting book genres, solving real life math problems, and investigating properties of matter. Thanks to PTO for making the transformation possible!
¡Transformación de segundo grado!
Los alumnos de segundo grado de Caldwell fueron transportados a "Genre Joe's" (Trader Joe's) mientras practicaban la clasificación de géneros literarios, resolvían problemas matemáticos de la vida real e investigaban las propiedades de la materia. ¡Gracias a la PTO por hacer posible esta transformación!
Missed our Kindergarten Round-Up or other campus visit events? No problem!
Join us for a campus tour on April 29 at 5:00 PM and come see all the amazing things our school has to offer. We look forward to welcoming our new students and families!
¿Se perdió nuestro evento de Kindergarten u otros eventos de visitas? ¡No hay problema!
Acompáñenos en un recorrido por la escuela el 29 de abril a las 5:00 PM y descubra todas las cosas maravillosas que tenemos para ofrecer. ¡Esperamos dar la bienvenida a nuestros nuevos estudiantes y sus familias!
Join us for a campus tour on April 29 at 5:00 PM and come see all the amazing things our school has to offer. We look forward to welcoming our new students and families!
¿Se perdió nuestro evento de Kindergarten u otros eventos de visitas? ¡No hay problema!
Acompáñenos en un recorrido por la escuela el 29 de abril a las 5:00 PM y descubra todas las cosas maravillosas que tenemos para ofrecer. ¡Esperamos dar la bienvenida a nuestros nuevos estudiantes y sus familias!
Our 5th graders had an amazing time at Camp JOLT! Through hands-on science learning, teamwork, and outdoor exploration, students made unforgettable memories while discovering the joy of learning beyond the classroom. A big shout-out to our amazing PTO for their support and to our wonderful chaperones for helping make this experience possible!
¡Nuestros estudiantes de 5.º grado pasaron un tiempo increíble en Camp JOLT! A través del aprendizaje práctico de ciencias, el trabajo en equipo y la exploración al aire libre, los estudiantes crearon recuerdos inolvidables mientras descubrían la alegría de aprender más allá del salón de clases. ¡Un enorme agradecimiento a nuestro increíble PTO por su apoyo y a nuestros maravillosos acompañantes por hacer posible esta experiencia!
¡Nuestros estudiantes de 5.º grado pasaron un tiempo increíble en Camp JOLT! A través del aprendizaje práctico de ciencias, el trabajo en equipo y la exploración al aire libre, los estudiantes crearon recuerdos inolvidables mientras descubrían la alegría de aprender más allá del salón de clases. ¡Un enorme agradecimiento a nuestro increíble PTO por su apoyo y a nuestros maravillosos acompañantes por hacer posible esta experiencia!
Caldwell Dual Language Academy offers a unique two-way dual language environment, rigorous academics, and a diverse, supportive school community. Caldwell is currently accepting applications from both in-district and out-of-district kindergarten and first-grade students who are non-emergent bilinguals (English proficient). Families interested in learning more can visit the McKinney ISD website or contact the campus directly for application and enrollment details.
Sites:
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/misd/page/caldwell-dual-language-academy
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/ces
Sites:
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/misd/page/caldwell-dual-language-academy
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/ces
📚✨ **Read Across America Kickoff!**
We were honored to kick off our Read-a-Thon fundraiser with the support of our Mayor, City Council members, and district leaders. Thank you for joining us to celebrate the joy of reading and to encourage our students to turn the page toward learning and success!
Together, we’re building a community of readers—one book at a time. 📖💙
#ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadAThon #CommunitySupport #LoveOfReading
Tuvimos el honor de comenzar nuestra recaudación de fondos del Read-a-Thon con el apoyo de nuestro Alcalde, miembros del Concejo Municipal y líderes del distrito. ¡Gracias por acompañarnos a celebrar el amor por la lectura y por motivar a nuestros estudiantes a seguir aprendiendo y creciendo!
Juntos estamos construyendo una comunidad de lectores—¡un libro a la vez! 📖💙
We were honored to kick off our Read-a-Thon fundraiser with the support of our Mayor, City Council members, and district leaders. Thank you for joining us to celebrate the joy of reading and to encourage our students to turn the page toward learning and success!
Together, we’re building a community of readers—one book at a time. 📖💙
#ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadAThon #CommunitySupport #LoveOfReading
Tuvimos el honor de comenzar nuestra recaudación de fondos del Read-a-Thon con el apoyo de nuestro Alcalde, miembros del Concejo Municipal y líderes del distrito. ¡Gracias por acompañarnos a celebrar el amor por la lectura y por motivar a nuestros estudiantes a seguir aprendiendo y creciendo!
Juntos estamos construyendo una comunidad de lectores—¡un libro a la vez! 📖💙
🏆 Spelling Bee Champion Advances!
Our very own Spelling Bee Champion, 5th grader Lydia, has advanced to the county-wide Spelling Bee!
The event will be held on February 5th at 5:30 PM at Plano Senior High School.
Good luck, Lydia! We are so proud of you!
Our very own Spelling Bee Champion, 5th grader Lydia, has advanced to the county-wide Spelling Bee!
The event will be held on February 5th at 5:30 PM at Plano Senior High School.
Good luck, Lydia! We are so proud of you!
